Flash Flood — Sierra, New Mexico

2019-09-10 · near Truth Or Consequence, Sierra, New Mexico

Event narrative

Over 2 inches of rain fell between 5 PM and 6 PM causing flash flooding to occur around Truth or Consequences and Williamsburg. Water and debris covered portions of Highway 187 making the road impassable. Las Palomas Canyon Road was also flooded. One water rescue was required. Also, the Ralph Edwards Park and Golf Course became flooded.

Wider weather episode

Moist, southerly flow at the surface combined with an upper level trough moving into the Great Basin to create a favorable atmosphere for heavy rain. A strong thunderstorm developed over the Truth or Consequences area and dropped over 2 inches of rain in an hour causing localized flash flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 856992. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.